Seedance 2.0 API
Seedance 2.0 API Guide
Learn how to use the Seedance 2.0 API for cinematic video generation, video extension, and watermark removal with PiAPI.
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Seedance 2.0 API / Cinematic multimodal video generation
Released by Bytedance, Seedance 2.0 supports three generation modes with multimodal inputs. Start with PiAPI today!
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Seedance 2.0 API Features
- Three Generation Modes
- Multimodal Reference Support
- Flexible Duration & Aspect Ratio
- Multiple Model Options
- Video Editing (Preview)
- Omni Reference Mode
Supports text_to_video, first_last_frames (1-2 images as start/end frames), and omni_reference (up to 12 mixed references with images, videos, audio).
Use @image1, @video1, @audio1 syntax in prompts to reference images, videos (mp4/mov), and audio (mp3/wav up to 15 seconds) for creative control.
Generate 4-15 second clips with six aspect ratio options: 21:9, 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, 9:16. In first_last_frames mode, aspect ratio follows the reference image.
seedance-2 ($0.13/sec), seedance-2-fast ($0.10/sec), seedance-2-preview ($0.17/sec), seedance-2-fast-preview ($0.11/sec).
Preview models support video editing capabilities with separate pricing. Edit existing videos with AI-powered transformations.
Combine up to 12 references (images + videos + audio) for maximum creative control. Transform videos into new styles, add soundtracks, or create morphing effects.
Seedance 2.0 API Pricing
Pricing is calculated per second of generated video.
RECOMMENDED
BEST VALUE
seedance-2
Pro quality, all 3 modes
$0.13/sec
text_to_videofirst_last_framesomni_reference
FASTEST
seedance-2-fast
Fast mode, all 3 modes
$0.10/sec
text_to_videofirst_last_framesomni_reference
PREVIEW
seedance-2-preview
Cinematic generation
$0.17/sec
seedance-2-fast-preview
Faster generations
$0.11/sec
PREVIEW VIP
seedance-2-preview-vip
Audio + Image Reference
$0.30/sec
seedance-2-fast-preview-vip
Video Reference
$0.22/sec
How To Use Seedance 2.0 API
A quick workflow for generating cinematic videos from text or images.
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Get your API key
Sign in to PiAPI Workspace and copy your X-API-Key. New users get free credits to test the API.
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Create a video task
Send a POST request with seedance as the model and seedance-2-preview (or seedance-2-fast-preview) as the task_type. Provide your prompt (and image URLs for image-to-video).
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Video Output
Poll the task until the status becomes completed, then read the output video URL from the response.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Seedance 2.0 API?
Released in February 2026, Bytedance Seedance 2.0 AI is an advanced video generation model designed for cinematic, ultra realistic and immersive experiences. Aligning with industry standards, Bytedance Seedance 2.0 brings video generation to the next level, suitable for high fidelity and cinematic videos. Additionally, our Seedance AI API supports watermark removal. Start using Seedance 2.0 API with PiAPI today!
- How is Seedance 2.0 different from Seedance 1.0 Pro and Lite?
Seedance 2.0 is the successor of Seedance 1.0 Pro and Seedance 1.0 Lite, offering improved scene consistency, upgraded motion quality and more robust prompt following. It is better suited for production-grade storytelling and complex scenes.
- How do I get access to Seedance 2.0?
To start using Seedance 2.0 API, sign up at PiAPI's workspace, obtain your API key and follow the Seedance API documentation. Please read our content moderation system for safe usage of our Seedance AI API.
- Does Seedance 2.0 have an API?
Yes. You can integrate Seedance 2.0 via PiAPI using a simple REST API. Use your X-API-Key to create tasks (text-to-video or image-to-video), then poll the task endpoint to retrieve the output video URL.
- How do I get a Seedance 2.0 API Key?
Create a PiAPI account and sign in to the Workspace. Then go to the API Key page to copy your X-API-Key (you can use free credits to test Seedance 2.0 before topping up).
- What is Seedance 2.0 pricing?
Seedance 2.0 is priced per second of generated video. The two main tiers are seedance-2-preview (Quality) and seedance-2-fast-preview (Fast). Watermark removal is priced separately. See the pricing section on this page for the latest rates.
- Does Seedance support image-to-video?
Yes. Seedance supports image-to-video. Provide one or more input image URLs along with your prompt to generate a video conditioned on the images.
- Is there free access for Seedance 2.0 API?
Yes. When you first sign up for a PiAPI workspace, you receive free credits that can be used to try Seedance 2.0 API along with other models. This lets you test Seedance 2.0 generations, tune prompts and validate your integration before paying.
- Are there refunds?
No, we do not offer refunds. But when you first sign up for an account on PiAPI's Workspace, you will be given free credits to try our API before making payments!
- How can I get in touch with your team?
Please email us at contact@piapi.ai - we'd love to talk more regarding our product offering!